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Does sitting next to your sister automatically mean he has an ulterior motive?

GE

No, but the guy doesn’t like anyone. If it was the only seat that was available, it wouldn’t have been a big deal. But he sat there on his own, and he was LAUGHING with her.

AG

Did you ask her about it?

GE

I didn’t want to make it seem like I was accusing her of anything.

AG

I hate to be the one to tell you this, Grant, but communication goes a long way in making sure no one is misunderstanding a situation.

Sounds like the two of them are friends, and they were having a good time.

GE

But pulling her hair ribbon? I don’t do that with any of my friends.

AG

Talk to her and see what she has to say.

GE

I hate that you’re probably right.

AG

Happy to help!

AG

Did you talk to your sister?

GE

Nope. It’s been a week, and it feels weird to bring it up now.

I really think I’m just seeing things.

Nothing to worry about!

AG

That’s good!

GE

Thank god. I’d hate to kick Coach’s ass

AG

You don’t seem like a violent guy.